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Software Engineering Manager - Sustaining Engineering

Job in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Listing for: Canonical
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, DevOps
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Software Engineering Manager - Sustaining Engineering   Canonical is hiring an Engineering Manager for Sustaining Engineering who is passionate about open source software, Linux and cloud computing. This role leads a regional team and reports to the global Director of Sustaining Engineering.

Location:

globally remote.
Responsibilities     Manage and lead a distributed team of engineers
Hire, coach, mentor, provide feedback and career development guidance to your team
Manage and measure key performance indicators (KPIs) and training
Support timely delivery of bug fixes, patches, and other technical solutions to address business needs in a variety of technology fields, including Ubuntu, Open Stack, Ceph, Kubernetes, Juju, and MAAS
Demonstrate the very best of Canonical in customer interactions
Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management, and external stakeholders
Advocate and advance modern software development practices
Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values
Collaborate with other teams in the organization
Work from home with global travel up to 10% for internal and external events
What we are looking for in you     Professional software delivery experience using C, C++, Go, Python, or similar
Knowledge and passion for software development
Leadership experience organizing and prioritising complex problem resolution and bug fixes

Experience with version control systems such as Git

Experience with debugging tools such as gdb, crash or other
Demonstrated strong commitment to testing methodologies and maintainable code quality
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written

Experience with Linux, with a preference towards Ubuntu

Experience with Open Source and Open Source Business Models
People management experience in a support organization is a strong plus
What we offer colleagues   We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits that reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
About Canonical   Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company.

We require excellence — to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues have worked from home since its inception in 2004. Working here challenges you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer . We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

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